Island Learning Centre students co-create stunning artwork promoting understanding between generations
£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
25, November 2011·1 min readUpdate on Strike Action: All Libraries ClosedLibraries join the list for strike action by public sector workers protesting against changes to their pension.
6, June 2019·2 min readIsle of Wight council to axe five school bus routesOne parent says the axing of five school bus routes from next September is "a kick in the teeth for working parents".
9, November 2018·1 min readRally against Isle of Wight council budget cuts postponedIf you were planning to attend the rally against council cuts on Saturday, be aware that due to strong winds and heavy rain it has been postponed.
1, February 2011·1 min readLibrary Closure: Brighstone Public MeetingPublic welcome to meeting to discuss library closure
2, November 2011·1 min readOccupy Isle of Wight Gathers MomentumA reminder that the Occupy Isle of Wight event takes place this Saturday in St Thomas' Square, Newport. The one-day peaceful protest starts from noon.
23, May 2011·1 min readLetter To The Editor: Coin in the Slot LoosMarcia shares an idea to keep the public loos open
5, October 2016·3 min readIsle of Wight Council publish their medium term budget plansProposals for the Isle of Wight Council’s future approach to the management of its budget have been published today (Wednesday 5 October).
12, April 2019·1 min readCuts to spending on children’s mental health services deeply disappointing, say NSPCCOnly a quarter of the country is set to benefit from the roll-out of new school-based mental-health support teams say the NSPCC.
16, December 2010·6 min readCouncil Challenge Government Over Grant CalculationsCllr Pugh challenges Government's figures
28, February 2018·1 min read£500k extra cash for social care won’t bridge the gap says councillorCllr Brodie has discovered the much-lauded extra £500,000 to "help fund social care" will not affect the proposed budget cuts to be voted on at tonight's Isle of Wight council meeting.
3, February 2023·1 min readPlans to introduce same-day rubbish tip bookings appear in Isle of Wight council budgetIsle of Wight residents can soon look forward to being able to book same-day rubbish tip slots
4, October 2011·1 min readRiverside Centre Faces Massive Rent Increase From Council – AgainThe council plan to increase rent for the Riverside Centre to £100,000 per annum - this could mean the centre faces closure